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Meditate to Relieve Holiday Stress

Posted: Nov 28th 2008 3:00PM by Maggie Vink
Filed under: Stress Reduction

woman meditatingNow that Thanksgiving has come and gone, the holiday season is in full swing. All the hustle and bustle of the season can start to feel quite stressful. To help keep your stress level in check, try dedicating some time each day to meditate. There's no need to say "oohhmm" and sit in the lotus position. You can lower your stress level with a few easy steps:
  • Quiet place. Find a spot in your home or outside that's quiet and removed from other distractions.
  • Music. Play some quiet, mellow music that helps you relax.
  • Deep, full breathing. Breathe deeply and concentrate on your breathing.
  • Focus. Your mind may wander, but as it does just refocus on your breathing -- this isn't a time to sort through your thoughts, this is a time to recenter yourself and clear your mind of the daily stressors.
Take 10 minutes each day to meditate and you'll see your stress levels reduce. Remember, exercising, eating healthfully, and getting proper amounts of sleep will also help you manage stress.

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